Blue-green algae warning - Barkers Creek Reservoir
- Barkers Creek
An alert has been issued for Barkers Creek Reservoir, which provides water for irrigation and stock use for rural customers.
Results have shown the presence of high-level blue-green algae, which may impact the appearance and odour of the water.
Rural customers on the Harcourt Modernised Pipeline should take precautions while the alert is in place.
Rural customers are advised that water supplied via the pipeline remains safe for irrigation purposes.
People, stock, and pets should avoid contact with the water. The health of stock or animals that may consume channel water should be monitored.
Blue-green algae is not always visible and does not always colour the water blue or green.
Information on how blue-green algae can make animals sick can be obtained from Agriculture Victoria.
We have increased our sampling and testing procedures at Barkers Creek Reservoir and will continue to monitor conditions and keep customers informed.
Visitors and recreational users at Barkers Creek Reservoir
Visitors and recreational users are advised to avoid contact with the water.
It is generally safe to eat fish caught in affected areas, but take care to rinse and clean fish carefully in fresh water. Only eat the flesh of the fish and discard any internal organs. Further information can be obtained from the Victorian Fisheries Authority.
While people and dogs are not permitted in the water at Barkers Creek Reservoir, if contact has been made rinse any contact areas with fresh water.
For more information on blue-green algae visit this link.
Planned Water Interruption - Eaglehawk
- Eaglehawk
Our crews will be completing repair water valve works to in Peg Leg Road in Eaglehawk on Wednesday 6 August from 5am to 8am.
These works will mean a short, temporary interruption to some customers. These customers have been notified.
We recommend affect customers store sufficient water for your day’s need prior to the shutdown
Minor traffic management will be in place.
Stream gauge upgrade – Castlemaine
- Castlemaine
We are upgrading an old stream gauge in Campbells Creek near the Castlemaine Water Reclamation Plant from late May to late July, weather permitting.
Works include extending the existing weir, installing a new electronic sensor and clearing overgrown vegetation at the weir.
After works are complete, the gauge will provide high quality and reliable data to assess the health of Campbells Creek.
For more information visit please call 1300 363 200.
Echuca Water Tower repairs
- Echuca
We are carrying out further maintenance at the Echuca Water Tower.
As part of routine inspections last year, we identified loose material on the outside of the tower, requiring removal and repair. Scaffolding has recently been erected around the tower so that our team can carry out these works. Temporary fencing remains in place for public safety.
We are working closely with Campaspe Shire and communicating regularly with those in the surrounding area.
There is no impact to Echuca's drinking water supply.
The tower plays a critical role, providing water pressure, via gravity, to the surrounding water network in Echuca. Repairs will be carried out carefully to ensure minimal change to the existing appearance of the tower.
First constructed in 1915, the water tower is a piece of historic infrastructure that requires continual inspections, maintenance and repairs as it ages. We inspect the tower every six months.
More history about the tower can be found here.
Water discolouration - Barkers Creek
- Barkers Creek
Our crews attended a burst water main along the Midland Highway in Harcourt on Thursday 12 June, which was repaired by 3pm the same day.
Some customers in Barkers Creek are now experiencing discoloured water as a result of the burst, after sediment in the pipes was disturbed.
This does not impact the quality of your water and your water remains safe to drink.
Our crews carried out flushing in the network on Friday morning to improve the water discolouration. Impacted customer can also run a tap at their home for a few minutes, until the water runs clear.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
If you continue to experience issues, please call us on 1300 363 200.